Art of life Quote by Gael Garcia Bernal
“Migration is as natural as breathing, as eating, as sleeping. It is part of life, part of nature. So we have to find a way of establishing a proper kind of scenario for modern migration to exist. And when I say 'we,' I mean the world. We need to find ways of making that migration not forced.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Global Migration Forum, 2021, United Nations
Migration is a natural human process; we must create humane, voluntary pathways worldwide.
In simple terms: Migration is natural; make it voluntary.
Key Takeaway
Promote safe, dignified migration policies.
Themes
migration
human rights
global cooperation
Mood
hopeful
urgent
Type
political
inspirational
When to use this quote
- refugee resettlement
- labor mobility
- climate displacement
- urban planning
Key Concepts
policy
ethics
sustainability
Questions to Reflect On
- What structures can ensure migration remains voluntary?
- How can societies benefit from migration?
A Different Perspective
Political resistance may hinder implementation.
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